MP Hoops Scouting & Analysis

Here are some of the most impressive teams from the BCAM Team Camp 2026:

Division 1

Grandville – Senior point guard Carter Wade (6-1) is one of the strongest lead guards in the state. He excellent at getting to the basket, but he can also knock down some 3-pointers. Sophomore forward Heyden Jeremie (6-5) is going to get to play on the wing this year with the emergence of senior center Anyar Garang (6-5). They are both physically imposing players. Gavin Stockwell (6-0) has also shined this summer with his speed, shooting and versatility in the backcourt. This team has great balance and coaching, making them a threat come tournament time.

West Ottawa – One of the more entertaining teams to watch, this once young group is now ready to fully contend. Junior forward Darien Stewart (6-6) was locked in all weekend, showcasing how he can take over games on both ends of the court. J.T. Gill (6-0) is an electric guard with above-the-rim athleticism and great point guard instincts. Makai Campos (6-1), the team’s all-around best player, can play on or off the ball, and provides strength and shooting to the backcourt. Twins Jay and Sam Watson (5-11) provide 3-point shooting and stingy defense to round out the starting lineup.

Hudsonville – Easily the most impressive and dominant team of the weekend, the Eagles went a perfect 4-0 against tough competition. Senior forward Alex Armstrong (6-6) has emerged as a D1 college prospect, and a top-10 player in the class. Levi Vanderveen (6-4) is another athletic wing who can create his own shot in a variety of ways. Will Dawson (6-4) is an undersized but athletic post with good finishing and rebounding skills. How far this team goes will depend on the development and consistency of sophomore point guard Cordae Towns (5-11).

Rochester – Senior guard Nate Tandy (6-3) was at times unstoppable over the wekend. The lefty shooter was also excelling at putting the ball on the floor and getting to the basket, showcasing a much more versatile game. Junior point guard Owen Trombley (5-11) makes good decisions and can knock down 3-pointers. Junior forward Ben Brissett (6-6) also impressed with his athleticism and contributions at both ends of the court.

OLSM – This mostly young and inexperienced group was a tad inconsistent – getting blown out by Grandville, but just beating West Ottawa right afterwards. Guards Elijah Hines (6-1), Jay McPherson (6-1) and Artrell Burt (6-5) all look like high-level college players. Junior forward Kameron Shannon (6-9) also likely grabbed some college coaches’ interest with his length and developed offensive game. Watch out for the Eaglets, because they likely will just keep getting better as the season goes on.

East Kentwood – Easily the most physically imposing team in the state. Andrew Kenyi (6-10) has developed into a true offensive force and great area rebounder. He’s a D1 college player. Dau Dau (6-7) is long and athletic. He’s also gained some positive weight to his frame while picking up a D2 offer from Wayne St. Samuel Makuag (6-5) is a freak athlete, but he’s somewhat limited in the half-court offense – kind of like MSU’s Coen Carr. The backcourt will be led by college prospect C.J. Reynolds (6-3) and feisy combo guard Jeremiah Cook (6-1). Jaxson Tabor (6-4) comes off the bench as the best 6th man in the state. This team’s one weakness could be a lack of outside shooting.

Cass Tech – Stevie Hall (6-2) will be one of the best players to stay all four years in Michigan over the past decade. He’s a quick lead guard with slick handles, a quality jumper and a fearless mentality getting to the basket. Ransom Thomas (6-3) looks ready to be an elite second scorer with an at least D2 college profile. Zavier Scott (6-4) is a long, athletic wing who looks poised for a breakout season. Center Armani Wright (6-8) wasn’t there last weekend, but he will provide the team with great length and an imposing presence in the paint.

Lansing Waverly – The starting guard trio of Tre Burton (5-9), CJ Gomez (5-9) and DJ Pope (6-0) provide the perfect combination of ball-handling, shooting and passing. Pope, especially has garnered college interest due to his great shooting and defense. KJ Fast (6-6) is going to be a tremendous player, and he looks ready to lead the frontcourt. Gavyn Wagemaker (6-3) is an intriguing sixth man with offensive upside as he continues to gain confidence.

Detroit CC – Perhaps the best, and most well-rounded starting lineup in the state. The backcourt is led by heralded freshman Braylen Davis (6-0), who looked explosive in space. D1 college recruit seniors Wycell Davis (6-3) and Andrew Walker (6-4) were both lively over the weekend, with Wycell showcasing a very polished overall game. Isaiah McCree (6-1) is another great guard who would lead most other schools’ backcourt. The froncourt will be split between senior Lindon Bojaj (6-5) and freshman Austin Ockerman (6-8). A Breslin trip is a must with all this talent.

Roseville – Carter George (6-7) looked like easily the best and most dynamic player in the state over the weekend. He showed great awareness pushing the ball up the court, hit some outside shots and was almost unstoppable getting to the basket. Add in recent five-star transfer Jordan McDaniel (5-10), who will also play power-4 college basketball, and this duo is truly nationally elite. Xion Curry (5-11) is a great outside shooter, helping the team space the floor. Freshman Eli Gilbert (6-6) started and displayed solid athleticism, rebounding and a developing mid-range game. Prince Myles-El (6-2) is an excellent combo guard who can score or set up the offense. He will be a valuable piece to this intriguing puzzle.

Kalamazoo Central – Quite simply, Davier White (6-6) is an elite high school basketball player. He’s tall, strong, versatile and a quality shooter. He’s almost impossible to guard with just one player. Recent Hackett transfer Elijah Brooks (6-3) is also a college-level guard who uses his strength and high basketball I.Q. to create scoring opportunities. I won’t be writing my full transfer story this year, but after watching BCAM, I’d say K-Central is maybe a Loy Norrix point guard Demetrius Bennett (6-1) away from being on a short-short list of state-title contenders.

Division 2

Detroit Voyageur – When a D2 school features two no-doubt D1 college players, they are probably going to be worth watching. Top-5 junior Kyle Hunter (6-4) led Voyageur last season nearly on his own, but now Noah Holt (6-4) is back in the fold. Hunter brings physicality and the ability to bully defenders. Holt is a smoother guard and one of the best shooters in the state regardless of class. Guards Trayton Jenkins (5-10), Trayvan Jenkins (6-0) and DeShawn McNeil (6-2) provide depth and are reliable on both ends of the court.

Benton Harbor – The Tigers possess immense upside and a balanced skillset, especially with the addition super sophomore Benjamin Varrie (6-4), who uses his length and ball-handling to score almost at will. Kesean Hobbs (6-3) plays above the rim and has a nice mid-range game. He’s a next-level player who just needs a bit more consistency. Zameir Clayton (6-2) is one of the most underrated point guards in the state. He has the height, skills and attitude to be at least a D2 college player, so why are so few talking about him? Cameron Hull (6-1) rounds out Benton Harbor’s talented quartet. He plays as an under-sized post with great strength and instincts around the basket. This is definitely a Breslin-caliber lineup.

Ferndale – The big question surrounding this team is nationally-ranked senior Peyton Kemp (6-1) really back? There was a lot of buzz about him returning to Ferndale last weekend, as he again played with Ferndale at the competition. He would make them elite, maybe even outside of Michigan. Eden Vinyard (6-7) will definitely be in an Eagles uniform, and he’s the most versatile player in the state. The D1 recruit can shoot from beyond the arc, score in the post and even run point. Tyler Hunter (6-9) joins the fold as a D1 center prospect. He has all the skills, but just needs to play with more energy. Kari Ouwinga (6-5) and Toriano Adams (6-1) are also great seniors who have garnered D1 college interest, making this the only team in the state who could possibly feature a full starting lineup of D1 athletes.

Divine Child – This team was already one of the favorites entering next season, and received a huge boost with the addition of D1 recruit Devin Brown (6-2). Brown, who has several mid-major offers, is a powerful guard who can play the point or hit 3-pointers on the wing. Joe Arnold (6-0) is a true point guard who runs the offense, and can chip in with some scoring. He’s fast off the dribble and smart with the ball. Denham Butler (6-2) and Malik Bush (6-3) are athletic wings who play above the rim and can knock down outside shots. Both are future college players still on the rise. Gabe Hourani (6-4) and William Meehan (6-4) will split post duties as quality rebounders and low-post scorers.

DEPSA – Edgar Hubbard (6-3) has developed into an all-around guard with confidence scoring at all three levels. He looks the part of a higher-level college player. Kingston Russell (6-2) is a good outside shooter with quickness off the wing. Latrayne Wilson (6-2) is a strong combo guard who can also score in the post on this under-sized roster. Rynell Wright (6-3) and Steve Iposu (5-11) could round out the starting lineup as good defenders who each fill a role.

South Christian – This team is primed for a huge season, and might have a spirited regional final against Benton Harbor to look forward to. Max Zichterman (6-3) has entered elite status as a shooter, ball-handler and passer. He’s a D2 college-level player. Crew Zichterman (6-1), a sophomore, is another active guard with a nice outside shot. Austin Burgess (6-1) is a crafty guard with subtle quickness and a high playing I.Q. Peyton Kool (6-6), Charlie Vermaas (6-3), Tyler Krosschell (6-4) and Dax Blackport (6-4) make up a deep and talented frontcourt. Blackport, a sophomore, is one of the more intriguing forwards in his class.

Warren Lincoln – I.G. Muhammad (6-5) and Julian Edison (6-3) have been collecting D1 college offers this summer, with Muhammad starting to get power-4 offers. In addition to those two, forward Cody Bruce (6-5) has also picked up a D1 college offer, giving the Abes an elite junior trio. The backcourt features a quartet of talented guards. Robert Neal (5-9) and Jacob Wood (6-0) operate like point guards, while Rashad Clements (6-0) and Chase Moore (6-1) are good outside shooters. After missing the Breslin Center last season – after two straight state titles – the Abes are right back in contention for a third D2 state title in the last four years.

Division 3

Lumen Christi – Always solid, Lumen Christi looks primed to get over the hunt and earn a Breslin berth. Juniors Ashton Callan (6-3) is a physical presence who can play on the wing and back opponents down, or in the post. Jonathan Morgan (6-2) is a long, athletic guard who can score in bunches. Zack Tropea (5-6) is a good floor general who rarely turns the ball over. Brogan Burgess (5-11) is another good guard who can knock down shots.

Division 4

Detroit Douglass – Damani Oliver (6-0) is one of the state’s best sophomores in a tremendous class. He’s a lively guard with seemingly unlimited 3-point range. Dime Smith-Powe (6-3) is a big-bodied guard with true point guard instincts. Seniors Jacodi Nathan (5-8) and Kamari Howard (6-3) will both start and fill specific roles to keep the team balanced. Junior Joshua Brooks (6-6) is the x-factor. He can get hot from deep, but also disappears from games at times.